Assistant Program Coordinator (Multiple Positions) Native American College Job a

Assistant Program Coordinator (Multiple Positions) Native American College

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Work type: Staff
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Classification Title: Student Services Professional IA

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Monday, September 1, 2025 @ 11:55pm PST

Position Summary

The Assistant Program Coordinator (SSP IA) is a trainee level appointment working under the lead direction of the designated Native American College Outreach Coordinator (SSP II) and with close supervision of the Director. During the trainee period, which is not to exceed 12 months, the Assistant Program Coordinator (APC) is expected to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to function under general supervision at the SSP IB working level.

The incumbent assists the NAC Outreach Coordinator through clearly defined efforts to deliver integrated support services and programming aimed at improving students’ academic success, leadership, professional development, retention, and enrichment of the overall student experience.

This position will assist the Coordinator in one or more of the following capacities: social media facilitator, assistant coordinator for student outreach/recruitment, tribal leadership programming support, and/or as a tutor, mentor and advisor to students. In addition, the APC will work with interns and student assistants to support staff who design and deliver programs for graduate and/or undergraduate students to promote and raise awareness around student excellence through events/programs, written materials and representation on campus-wide committees.

FLSA: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: Anticipated hiring rate not to exceed $4,150 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,150 per month - $5,076 per month

Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Ability to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, with advanced notice.

Department Information

The Native American College is the first of its kind on a California State University Campus and will be housed at Sacramento State. Students will submit applications to Cal State Apply. After acceptance into Sacramento State, they will submit a subsequent application to the Native American College. Students will enter the Native American College either as first-year or transfer students and/or junior year. General Education courses, when possible, will be mapped out to encourage students to enter classes as a cohort. All students will minor in Native American Studies, with an emphasis on Native American leadership. The students may select any major that the University offers and into which they are accepted.

The Native American College will provide career and leadership-focused activities and training for the professional development necessary for success both within and outside of Native American communities at the local, state, and national levels. Student support services will be easily accessed through the Native American College to provide a more fluid pathway through the university. Students will collaborate with their peers through the cohort model, thus creating support systems with the potential to become lifetime networks and resources. Preparing students within a Native context for a successful future is a primary goal of the Native American College.

Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior; research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information; and the techniques and methods of interviewing. Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences and interviews; clearly express ideas and recommendations orally; write clear and concise reports; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and faculty.

Experience and Education

Experience: None required.

Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job‑related field. Specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior
• Working knowledge of research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information
• Working knowledge of the techniques and methods of interviewing
• Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations
• Ability to participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences and interviews
• Ability to clearly express ideas and recommendations orally, to write clear and concise reports, and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and faculty
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community
• Working knowledge of the political status of Native American Indian Tribal Nations and their unique relationships with local, state, and federal entities

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to understand and navigate a dynamic campus culture with diverse populations
• Competency in cross-cultural communication

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

Application Questions

• What do you consider to be your most important responsibility working with students? (300 word max)
• Please share your working knowledge of the political status of Native American Indian Tribal Nations and their unique relationships with local, state, and federal entities. (300 word max)

Equal Employment Opportunity: California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the annual security report is available at the Sac State website. The report contains safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and crime prevention information, and campus safety statistics.

A background check must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Effective May 2023, per CSU COVID-19 vaccination policy, it is strongly recommended that employees follow vaccine recommendations where applicable.

Note to Applicants: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. Advertised: Aug 18 2025 Pacific Daylight Time